The Tag Heuer SLR Calibre S Laptimer Chronograph has a hellishly long name, and a long memory. It can count up to 20 laps with 0.01-second precision and report the best lap. ($4500; 800-321-4832; www.tagheuer.com)______________________________________

The BRM V12 is the exotic car of watches. The company produces just 2500 timepieces a year, and each is made by hand. The case on this watch, for instance, requires 300 assembly steps. ($5850; www.brm-manufacture.com)______________________________________

Tissot is the official timekeeper of NASCAR, but the Swiss-made Tissot T-Trax probably has more technology inside it than a Sprint Cup car’s suspension. ($450; 877-839-5224; www.tissot.ch)______________________________________

Made in 2008 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Route 66, the design of the Hamilton US 66 Power Reserve mimics the styling of a speedometer, a tachometer, and a fuel gauge. ($1395; 877-839-5224; www.hamiltonwatch.com)________________________________________________________________

The Michelin Primacy MXV4 Cobra has a tread pattern similar to its tire namesake. The leather is hand-sewn together. ($79.99; 40 percent off and free shipping with order code "DRIVER"; 888-432-7749; www.michelinfootwear.com)

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The Alpinestars Tech 1-T is lined with Nomex, making it fire-resistant and suitable for racing. It’s light and has extra rubber in all the places where a foot might rub in a race car. ($239.95; 310-891-0222; www.alpinestars.com)

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Don’t let the vintage look of the OMP Carrera boots fool you—they meet all the latest safety requirements for racing. And fresh out of the box, the leather smells terrific. ($299; 866-661-2637; www.ompamerica.com)

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The Craftsman 187-piece Personalized Mechanics Tool Set is either all the tools you need or a good starter kit, depending on your level of tool obsession. Either way, you’ll appreciate the included laser etching of your name on the tools. ($199.99; 800-349-4358; www.craftsman.com)

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Redline Coffee is made by motorsports fans for motorsports fans. In the end, it’s still just coffee, but the caffeine hounds in our office deemed it very drinkable. ($25.98 for two 12-ounce bags, plus $5.99 shipping; 888-400-1219; www.redlinecoffee.com)

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My Dad Wished He Had One of Those by Richard Porter and Giles Chapman is perfect homage to some great cars of the ’50s through the ’80s. The Aston DBS V-8, the Jag XKSS, and the Renault 5 Turbo are included, as is the author’s not-too-dreamy Ford Pinto. It's the perfect shopping guide for what's left of your 401K. ($19.95; 800-888-4741; www.ipgbook.com)

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Former Ford designer Sid Ramnarace’s pieces such as the Stirling Bowl, the Tazio Coasters, and the Mika Bowl recall the looks of wheels and hubcaps but with a level of elegance more appropriate for the living room than the garage. All are hand polished and made from recycled aluminum. (Stirling Bowl, $105; Tazio Coasters, $45; Mika Bowl, $112; www.ramnarace.com)

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For those who really, really love cars, Brian Bergeron Designs will help you make it official with the Tire Ring line. The rings are available in silver, white or yellow gold, palladium, and platinum. (motorcycle tire, $96.30; car tire, $125.70; 888-871-8473; www.tirerings.com)

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